I can't get my design template to work

[libertyrain]

I followed the instructions to create a new template. Once I saved it, I
restarted PowerPoint, and my template showed up in the design template pane.
However, when I select it to apply to my slides, it doesn't take. When I
select other design templates (the ones already installed with the software),
those work without a problem. What's the deal?

 

[Kathy Jacobs]

In your new template file, did you make the changes on the master slide or
on a regular slide? They need to be on the master in order for them to apply
to slides.

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[tohlz]

Did you add the background and formatting in the Slide Master (View > Master

Slide Master) and not on the slide?

You will need to go to Slide Master, add the background and other formatting
you want, then save it as a template. Check this out for more information:
http://www.rdpslides.com/pptfaq/FAQ00313.htm
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[Echo S]

What instructions did you follow?

http://www.indezine.com/products/powerpoint/ppcreatemp.html and
http://www.soniacoleman.com/Tutorials/PowerPoint/create_template/index.html
have good instructions.